Katsina Expands Women Empowerment Programme to All 34 LGAs: Here’s How Women Can Benefit 

Adetutu A, The Insights 24 July 2026

Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Umaru Radda, while interacting with beneficiaries of the programme in Daura on Thursday. Photo: X | Dikko Radda The Katsina Women Empowerment Programme is set to reach more women following the announcement by Governor Dikko Radda that the Nigeria

Happy Woman Match Fund 2026: How Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs Can Access 50% Equipment Financing 

Adetutu A, The Insights 22 July 2026

What is the Happy Woman Match Fund?  The Happy Woman Match Fund is a new financing programme launched by Happy Woman Solutions Limited in partnership with Mayden Microfinance Bank to help women entrepreneurs purchase essential business equipment without paying the full cost upfront.  The initiative is designed to support

Nestlé Nigeria Business Grants: How Young Entrepreneurs Can Benefit from the NESCAFÉ Next Level Initiative

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 July 2026

Photo Credit : NESCAFE Starting and growing a business in Nigeria can be challenging, especially for young entrepreneurs. To support youth-led businesses, Nestlé Nigeria Plc, through its NESCAFÉ brand, has rewarded thousands of Nigerians with cash prizes, business grants, professional equipment, and entrepreneurial training under its NESCAFÉ Next Level

UK-Nigeria Launch £15 Million Growth Programme: What It Means for Businesses, Entrepreneurs and Job Seekers

Adetutu A, The Insights 12 June 2026

The United Kingdom and Nigeria have launched a new £15 million UK-Nigeria Growth Programme aimed at attracting investment, supporting economic reforms, and creating more opportunities for businesses and citizens.  The three-year initiative is expected to boost private-sector growth, strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy, support small businesses, and

FG Launches GROW Fund to Support 6,122 Youth Entrepreneurs 

Adetutu A, The Insights 18 February 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled the GROW Fund, a new financing window designed to help 6,122 young entrepreneurs who completed the Inspire, Create, Start and Scale (ICSS) programme to access affordable business loans.  The initiative is powered by Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), in partnership with Deutsche

Wema Bank Empowers Lagos MSMEs with ₦3 Million Grant at Leather Fair 

Adetutu A, The Insights 4 July 2025

How Small Businesses Can Benefit from Opportunities Like This  ₦3 Million Grant to Boost Local Enterprises  Wema Bank has disbursed ₦3 million in business grants to support three Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) at the Lagos Leather Fair. Each winner received ₦1 million after emerging as the best in a business pitch competition held […]

Income Below ₦800,000 Now Tax-Free 

Adetutu A, The Insights 30 June 2025

Senator Solomon Adeola, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance  In a welcome development for many Nigerians, the federal government has implemented a tax reform that exempts individuals earning ₦800,000 or less annually from paying personal income tax. This policy is part of broader efforts to reduce the financial burden on low-income earners and small […]

UBA Launches AfriGo Card to Boost Financial Inclusion in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 March 2025

United Bank for Africa (UBA) United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has unveiled the AfriGo Card, a domestic card scheme aimed at providing Nigerians with a secure, affordable, and efficient alternative for everyday transactions.  What is the AfriGo Card?  The AfriGo Card is a naira-denominated payment card introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) […]

Lagos Pioneers Retail Growth Through Digitization 

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 November 2024

Lagos state Governor Babajide Sanwolu – ARDnig Lagos is transforming its retail sector through inclusivity, sustainability, and digital innovation. The state’s initiatives focus on supporting small businesses, promoting eco-friendly practices, and improving infrastructure. Digital programmes aim to equip women and businesses with modern skills, while public-private

FG Postpones N150bn Loan Disbursement for Manufacturers to September 

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 August 2024

Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite The Federal Government has postponed the start of the N150 billion loan disbursement for manufacturers and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to September. This update was confirmed by the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, during a meeting in Calabar, Cross River State, with current and potential